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Coin Production

January 22, 2024 - The U.S. Mint makes the nation’s circulating coins, as well as bullion and numismatic (collector) coins. The Mint’s four production facilities in Philadelphia, Denver, San Francisco, and West Point use a variety of machines and processes. Explore the steps of...

Die Making at the U.S. Mint

January 22, 2024 - The artistic designs on U.S. Mint coins and medals aren’t etched into each coin – they’re pressed. To press a design onto coins and medals, the Mint needs a stamp called a die. To make a die, the Mint uses...

2021 United States Mint Proof Set® Available March 5

February 26, 2021 - WASHINGTON – The 2021 United States Mint Proof Set (product code 21RG) will be available for purchase starting on March 5 at noon EST. This year’s set includes the following San Francisco-minted coins: • One America the Beautiful Quarters Program...

2021 United States Mint Congratulations Set Available February 11

February 9, 2021 - WASHINGTON – The 2021 United States Mint (Mint) Congratulations Set (product code 21RF) will be available for purchase beginning on February 11, 2021, at noon EST. The set is priced at $75. Designed to celebrate any special occasion or milestone,...

United States Mint Announces Pre-Sales of 2021 Commemorative Coins

January 28, 2021 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – As part of the United States Mint’s (Mint) ongoing efforts to improve customer satisfaction, streamline production, and reduce program costs, the Mint will launch a new pre-order system and begin accepting pre-orders for its 2021 commemorative coin...